Renewables multi-craft apprentice Review

by SSE

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Routine checks, testing electrical and mechanical equipment, cleaning.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes. Confidence and tool handling skills. Both from college and work placement

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the experience of learning and working at the same time.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Well organised from college and company. Some proactive thinking also needed

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Receive support, help is always available when required.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Support is always available from lecturers and fellow students.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

A background knowledge of work helps to understand on site work that is being undertaken

9/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

No opportunities have arisen as of yet.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend SSE to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Company has a good health and safety reputation, a good work/life balance, good working environment with helpful colleagues. It is also a good employer in the Scottish highlands that means you don't have to move away to central belt. Good employee benefits too.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to SSE?

Be honest, be confident in yourself, show interest and ask questions.